Cherry

A cherry is the fruit of several plants of genus Prunus, and is a fleshy drupe (stone fruit). Commercial cherries are obtained from several cultivated species such as Prunus avium (sweet cherry, Hebrew: דובדבן, French: cerise, German: Kirsche, Spanish: cereza) and Prunus cerasus (sour cherry, Hebrew: וישנב, French: griotte, German: Sauerkirsche, Spanish: guinda). Cherries contain fiber, vitamins, minerals, and melatonin. Cherries are enjoyed worldwide in both fresh and processed forms, such as in jams, desserts, and alcoholic beverages. The cultivation of cherries dates back thousands of years, with evidence of cherry pits found in ancient Roman and Greek archaeological sites. Cherries are also known for their short harvesting season and perishable nature, which has led to various preservation techniques being developed over time.